Skoda has provided details about its forthcoming Elroq electric SUV, revealing potential launch specifications and timing for this mid-size vehicle.
The Elroq will sit below the Enyaq within the brand’s lineup, replacing the bigger Coupe SUV style of its initial model electric SUV for something more pragmatic.
It shares the same MEB platform as the Volkswagen ID.4 and Audi Q4 .
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The Elroq will debut first with a top-of-the-line version, which will utilize an 82kWh battery pack with a 210kW/545Nm an electric motor transmitting power to the rear wheels It can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.6 seconds.
The bigger of the two battery packs anticipated for availability provides a certified driving range of 540 kilometers under WLTP standards.
The specifications for the launch edition are still not finalised, but here are some suggested specifications: Skoda shared with CarsGuide include 21-inch alloy wheels , matrix LED headlights , a dual-color 'Lodge' interior, a 13-inch multimedia touchscreen with Wireless connectivity for both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and a wireless charger Moreover, it features three-zone automatic climate control, ambient LED interior illumination, a heads-up display, keyless access with push-button start, and an electrically operated tailgate.
Elsewhere, the vehicle comes equipped with a comprehensive suite of active features. safety gear along with nine airbags. The trunk space spans 470-litres And similar to other Škodas, this model introduces some innovative storage features. For instance, you can utilize the luggage cover as a shelf positioned halfway up the boot’s full height. Additionally, there’s a versatile mesh beneath designed for conveniently storing charging equipment.
The Elroq lineup will grow past this initial release, potentially adding an entry-level model with a less expensive price tag featuring a smaller battery capacity (ranging from 55 to 63 kWh). This variant may be introduced internationally as well. Furthermore, a high-performance dual-motor edition could also become part of the global series sometime in the future.
The initial versions of the Elroq are set to debut in the third quarter of 2025, with the company stating that it will carry a price tag lower than the Enyaq, which presently has a starting point at $69,990 excluding on-road expenses and state-specific rebates.
In the $50,000-and-up price range, the Elroq would compete with vehicles such as the Kia EV5 (from $56,770), Xpeng G6 ($54,800 onwards) and leading within the category Tesla Model Y (The present departing version begins at $55,900.)
In this mid-size In the electric SUV segment, there is a whole range of lower price points dominated by new entrants from China, which includes the Leapmotor C10 (from $43,888) and Geely EX5 (from $40,990).
Look forward to gaining insights into the Elroq along with a broader selection of Enyaq models before they launch in Q3.